Hazing at Dartmouth

Fraternity rush isn’t available to Freshmen anyway. That’s actually really good because it gives you a full year to get to know the people and flavors of the frats. It’s easy to make a list based on my experiences, but it’s probably inaccurate now, since the people are what make the fraternity experience. Take your time and trust your instincts if you end up rushing. Odds are you’ll meet up with some upperclassmen that are in frats that will be able to suggest or warn you if you’re uncomfortable with the fraternity idea. I had no desire to parade around naked or chug beer until I passed out, and I found a fraternity that I never felt pressured to be hazed to fit in. Others enjoy that process and will choose the more… heavy pledge term houses.

I can guarantee based on my own experience that the people that joined those houses listed above all knew what the level of hazing was going to be before they joined, so join one that fits your level of comfort and where you feel camaraderie with the members. Or don’t join any if none are a good fit for you. Greek parties and houses are all open to campus (except Wednesday nights) and you’ll have friends around each house to play pong with even if you’re unaffiliated.